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Stellenbosch University launches #GivingMaties, 40-day drive to fight student hunger

Student hunger remains a pressing reality at Stellenbosch University (SU) – and from 5 March to 15 April, the SU community is mobilising to respond. Alumni...
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David

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SU to cap one of youngest doctors in SA

On 11 December, 21-year-old David Obagbuwa will graduate with an MBChB from Stellenbosch University (SU), becoming one of the youngest medical doctors to...

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A set of triplets, Kirsten, Liam and Ivan Pietersen graduated from SU with flying colours in three distinct fields.

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Triple success as Pietersen triplets graduate

Stellenbosch University (SU) celebrates a notable moment during graduation week when two members of a set of triplets follow in the footsteps of the other...

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Dr Joy Petersen’s doctoral research uncovers how first-generation students developed agency and intellectual virtues amid the disruptions of Covid-19.

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Pandemic ignites transformative scholarly journey for Dr Joy Petersen

When Dr Joy Petersen considered doing a doctoral study, she imagined her research would focus on mentoring. As First-Year Student Experience Coordinator and...

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Haajir September and her mother, Zubeida

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For SU graduate Haajir September, setbacks are detours, not dead ends

Like so many learners, the Covid-19 pandemic robbed Haajir September of a memorable matric year. Lockdown meant no matric ball, no normal school routine and...

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Graduation

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SU celebrates record number of graduates at December ceremonies

SU celebrates record number of graduates at December ceremonies 

More than 6 000 graduands will cross the stage in the Coetzenburg Centre this week as...

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Under southern skies

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Under Southern Skies: How stargazing is shaping mental health research in South Africa

As mental health challenges rise across South Africa, a pioneering research project is turning to an unexpected ally: the night sky.

Researchers from...

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